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China’s harassment is not new; such encounters have occurred periodically since 2022, often with jets flying dangerously close or even making eye contact through cockpit windows. These incidents underscored Beijing’s intent to challenge international surveillance and assert dominance over the region’s geopolitical space. The Chinese approach appears aimed at shielding North Korea from interdiction efforts, signaling a broader push to protect Pyongyang’s weapons trade networks and question Western-led initiatives.